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$68+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Detroit (MSY - DTT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — DTT
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:05 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:15 amDTW - MSY
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:55 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/27:22 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop5h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$237
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:05 amMSY - DTW
1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:54 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:14 amMSY - DTW
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Sat 1/38:54 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$248
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:55 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/57:22 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop5h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:05 amMSY - DTW
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop15h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:40 amMSY - DTW
2 stops48h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop15h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:55 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/47:22 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop5h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$292
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:55 pmMSY - DTW
1 stop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:54 pmDTW - MSY
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$294
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:10 pmMSY - DTW
2 stops15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/37:08 amDTW - MSY
2 stops17h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$299

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Detroit (DTT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$198 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Detroit that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

3:44 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

3:12 pm-8:21 am

1 stop18h 09m

$132

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/7

3:10 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop24h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

3:10 pm-8:21 am

1 stop18h 11m

$137

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/8

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

11:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$156

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$159

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$160

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$160

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/7

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$161

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

12:52 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/23

2:01 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$161

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/16

12:52 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$75

New OrleansDetroit

MSY - DTW

MSYDTW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/16

9:36 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$78

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Orleans to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $52). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $168). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 72% on flights from New Orleans to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from New Orleans to Detroit. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) take 2h 28m for a nonstop flight. There are 3 flights from Louis Armstrong to Detroit per day from 3 airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $86. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $159 and $218, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 64% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Detroit one-way?

    $52 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $58 and $108, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Detroit?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Detroit consider choosing Air France (96%), KLM (89%) or Spirit Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $130. While the most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $124 on average, our data indicates $347 when flying from New Orleans to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Detroit (average of $52). Flying from New Orleans to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $168). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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